Ground Turkey Sausage (Printable)
Lean, flavorful ground turkey seasoned with herbs and spices for versatile breakfast or meal prep.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground turkey, preferably thigh meat for optimal flavor
→ Spices & Seasonings
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
04 - 1 tsp dried sage
05 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
06 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
07 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
→ Herbs
10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
→ Other
11 - 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
# How To Make It:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey with all spices, seasonings, and fresh parsley. Mix gently until just combined—avoid over-mixing to prevent tough texture.
02 - Divide mixture into 8 equal portions and shape into patties, or leave loose for use in recipes like pasta or egg dishes.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add patties and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until browned and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
04 - Serve warm as breakfast sausage, in sandwiches, or crumble into scrambled eggs or pasta dishes.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You control exactly what goes into your sausage no mystery ingredients or excessive sodium
- It comes together in minutes and costs a fraction of premium brands
- The spices are fully customizable so you can make it your own signature blend
02 -
- Over mixing the turkey makes for tough rubbery patties so stop as soon as the spices are incorporated
- Letting the patties rest for 5 minutes after cooking helps them retain their juices
- Using a meat thermometer is the only way to guarantee theyre safe without drying them out
03 -
- Wet your hands slightly before shaping to prevent sticking and make smoother patties
- Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to keep them from puffing up